Scott County Conservation Department

Conservation Features

Bike and Equestrian Trails are Closed

Due to weather conditions Scott County Park mountain bike & equestrian trails are closed. If you would like additional  information, please call Scott County Park at (563) 328-3282 ext 1


Heritage DaysHeritage Days - Memorial Day WeekendNEW

Sunday & Monday, May 26 & 27, 2013: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Begin your summer at our Pioneer Village Heritage Days. Enjoy old world craft demonstrations, Wapsi Wrangler "shoot-out" skits, and old time music in the gazebo.  There will be food, ice cream and kids crafts plus so much more!


Pool, Beach and Boathouse Open on Memorial Day Weekend

The Scott Count Park pool, and West Lake Park Beach & Boathouse will be open from 10am until 8pm (weather permitting) Saturday, Sunday, and Monday (5/25-5/27). 


Season Swim Passes Available!

Passes are available at Scott County Park's Entry Station and at West Lake Park's Campground office.  Your season pass can be used at both the Scott County Park pool and West Lake Park beach.  Rates are $100 Family; $50 Adult; $45 Child.


Swim Lessons Available at Scott County Park Pool

American Red Cross swimming lessons along with private lessons and an aquasize class are available at the pool.  For additional information click the below link or call (563) 328-3282 ext 1.


Roadside Mowing Reminder

In order to protect habitat and nesting the Iowa legislation moved the "no-mow" date from July 1 to July 15th.  As a reminder to residents, landowners and roadside maintenance crews, please click here for additional information.


Emerald Ash BorerFirewood Alert

Keep exotic insect pests away from Iowa trees. Bringing firewood from the states of MI (Lower Peninsula), OH, IL, and IN is a violation of federal law as it may harbor Emerald Ash Borer, a major pest of Iowa's native trees. Visit with park staff or call (515) 725-1470 for more information.


Pine Grove CabinsLuxury Rental Cabins

Scott County Park adds two luxury rental cabins to the park. Each cabin will comfortably sleep six, with two bedrooms, a full bathroom, living room, fireplace, and kitchen area. The cabins feature finished interiors, decks, grading and landscaping.


Picture of the Dan Nagle Walnut Grove Pioneer VillageOnline Virtual Tours

The Dan Nagle Walnut Grove Pioneer Village is open for the season. Check out our online virtual tour. For group tours contact the Pioneer Village Site Coordinator at (563) 328-3283.


CampingCamping and RV Parks

Find great camping and trailer spots at any of the following Conservation park sites:


Photo of Buffalo Bill Cody. Virtually Visit the Cody Homestead

The Cody Homestead is Buffalo Bill Cody's boyhood home located in rural Scott County. Buffalo Bill Cody was born in Scott County February 26, 1846:


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Office:
West Lake Park
14910-110th Avenue
Davenport, Iowa 52804
Phone: (563) 328-3280
Fax: (563) 381-2805
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OUR MISSION: To improve the quality of life and promote and preserve the health, welfare, and enjoyment for the citizens of Scott County and the general public by acquiring, developing, operating, and preserving the historical, educational, environmental, recreational and natural resources of the County.
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Sorry, camping reservations are not accepted. Campgrounds are open year round.

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Sunday, May 26
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